Cross Ranch State Park Primitive Campground
Open — Open year-round for camping. Reservations can be made up to 95 days in advance online or by calling 800-807-4723. Check-in is at 4:00 pm and checkout is at 3:00 pm.
Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 9:28PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
An area of precipitation is forecast to develop across western and central North Dakota late tonight into Tuesday morning. Most of the precipitation could fall as snow, with high chances for at least one inch of accumulation along and east of Highway 83. However, there could also be a period of light freezing rain after the snow ends, and far western parts of the state could just see light freezing rain. The western half of the state has medium chances for at least a glaze of ice accumulation through Tuesday morning, with lower chances to the east. The snow and freezing rain could make roads very slick for the Tuesday morning commute. Be sure to allow extra time to reach your destination, and check the latest road conditions before departing. Do not use cruise control when driving on icy roads, and leave plenty of stopping distance ahead of you. Temperatures are expected to quickly warm above freezing from west to east from mid Tuesday morning through the afternoon.
About
Cross Ranch State Park Primitive Campground is located along seven miles of the last free-flowing, undeveloped stretches of the Missouri River in central North Dakota. The campground offers a true primitive outdoor experience with minimal development, allowing visitors to experience the landscape much as the Lewis and Clark Expedition would have seen it. The campground features primitive sites at $15 per night, with options for multiple units on a single site. Nearly 17 miles of trails are accessible from the campground, including the Matah Trail, Ma-ak-oti Trail, and trails through The Nature Conservancy's adjacent 6,000-acre Cross Ranch Nature Preserve. These trails wind through mixed-grass prairie, woody draws, and river bottom cottonwood forests. The Bison Trail allows visitors to observe free-roaming bison in their natural habitat. The park offers excellent river access with a boat ramp and canoe and kayak rentals. Anglers will find walleye, catfish, pike, and bass in the Missouri River. Winter visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on groomed trails. The Visitor Center, located in the main park area, provides flush toilets, showers, and is open year-round. The campground itself has vault toilets, and a dump station is available in the park.
Directions
Cross Ranch State Park is located along the west bank of the Missouri River, approximately 9 miles south of Washburn, North Dakota. From Washburn, take ND-200A south to River Road, then follow signs to the park entrance.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Cross Ranch State Park Campground 0.3mi
- Cross Ranch State Park Sanger Campground 2.6mi
- Wolf Creek Campground 27mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Main Campground 32mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Horse Camp 33mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Day Use 32mi
- East Totten Trail Campground 30mi
- Downstream Campground 27mi
- Lake Sakakawea State Park Campground 30mi
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $15 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 165ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| crsp@nd.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (701) 794-3731 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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